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The essential moving checklist

The essential moving checklist

Isn’t moving the worst? While you’re moving for a new job opportunity, school, because you need a change in landscape, or simply switching to a newer, more upscale apartment community, moving will still take up a huge chunk of your time and raise your stress levels. We’ve put together an essential moving check-list to make things as hassle-free as possible.

Two months ahead:

– Research moving companies and cross reference them with the Better Business Bureau. Reach out to at least three different companies to get a moving quote. If possible have them do an onsite assessment.

– Compile a comprehensive list of all the business and services you need to contact with your new address.

Six weeks ahead:

– Start the packing process by sorting through your belongings. Put aside any items you might be able to sell or donate. You can also get a jump start on packing, by boxing up out-of season clothing, and items and gadget that are seldom used.

– If you have children, start working with their current and future schools to transfer records. Transfer medical and veterinarian records.

Five weeks ahead

– Eliminate bulk shopping and significantly cut down on groceries. Use up all foodstuffs in your pantry.

– Buy moving supplies such as boxes and tapes and come up with a clear labeling system (numeral, color coded, by room, etc.)

– Set the exact moving date and arrange for personal time off from work

One month ahead

– Fill out your official change of address form with U.S. Post Office

– Reach out to all businesses and service providers to change addresses. This includes health insurance, car insurance, lawyers, magazine subscriptions, library, gym, voting address etc.